The Department of Defense (DoD) Partners in Preservation (PIP) program establish a Cultural Resource Management support network within the DoD, following the successful models of natural resource support networks such as DoD Partners in Flight (PIF), DoD Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (PARC), and the National Military Fish and Wildlife Association (NMFWA). PIP provides a coordinated framework for addressing cultural resources management and research across the DoD landscape. Through local, regional, and national networks of Military Services and other federal and state agencies, PIP directly supports mission requirements, maximizes the effectiveness of limited program resources, and benefits cultural resources locally, regionally, and nationwide. It also creates a network of experts to serve as a clearinghouse of information, supporting the mission and connecting DoD cultural resource managers (CRMs) in the field with experts.
Our Vision:
To establish a premier preservation network of local, regional, and national partners, Military Services, and other federal, tribal, and state agencies, to support cultural resource mission requirements for the DoD, maximize the effectiveness of military installation resources, and benefit cultural resources locally, regionally, and nationwide. It will also create a network of experts to be a clearinghouse of information to support the mission and connect Cultural Resources Managers (CRMs) in the field with experts across the spectrum of preservation fields.
Our Goal:
To formalize a cooperative network of cultural resource professionals from military installations, universities, research groups, tribal archaeology programs, and non-profits across the United States to for the common purpose of Partnering in Preserving cultural and natural resources of importance to the Nation.
Objectives:
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Build a Community of Practice for Preservation:
Foster collaboration between DoD installations, professionals, and external partners involved in cultural resource management. Facilitate knowledge exchange, training, and coordination to enhance the preservation of cultural heritage.
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Better Integration of Natural and Cultural Resource Management:
Develop a network that recognizes the interconnectedness of natural and cultural resources. Examples of integration include emphasizing the importance of Cultural Keystone Species and Traditional Cultural Properties as both cultural and natural resources.
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Technical Products, Services, and Pilot Projects:
Provide DoD with the best science driven technical products, services, and information. Facilitate partner pilot projects on installations that benefit DoD and the public.
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External Partnerships:
Forge strategic partnerships with external organizations, tribal communities, and cultural resource management experts to ensure a comprehensive and inclusive approach to preservation.
PIP Member Benefits
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Collaboration:
Partnerships are crucial to support the military mission and prevent mission restrictions related to cultural resources. PIP members benefit from public, private, and governmental collaborative networks. -
Management:
PIP members will have better access to innovative techniques and technology in Cultural Resource Management. -
Network:
Joining our network connects cultural resource managers with experts in the field and builds a DoD-wide community of practice that interacts with a larger network outside of DoD. -
Capacity:
As a cultural resource support organization dedicated to enhancing program resources and support DoD professionals, PIP members have increased capacity and a wider range of tools and resources to accomplish mission requirements.